Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Charleston, WV
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Days

Position Overview

The Medical Surgical / Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality care to adult and geriatric patients, focusing on those with cardiac conditions and surgical needs. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in a fast-paced telemetry unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage patient care, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and responding to patient needs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Float within the scope as needed to meet patient care requirements.
• Perform advanced procedures as necessary, including but not limited to cardioversion, TEE, thoracentesis, bone marrow biopsy, and central line insertion.
• Provide post-procedural care for patients following cardiac catheterization and angioplasty.

Work Schedule

• Shifts available: 3x12 or 4x12 days, from 7 AM to 7 PM.
• Weekend requirements: Every other weekend.
• Floating requirement: May be required to float to other units within scope.
• Orientation is held bi-weekly on Thursdays.

Patient Ratios

The expected nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5. In some cases, the ratio may increase to 1:6 or 1:7, where the RN will maintain responsibility for 5 of their own patients and assist with 1 or 2 patients under the care of an LPN.

Qualifications

• Two years of RN experience is required with at least one year of experience in a specialty area.
• Certifications: BLS/BCLS required; ACLS preferred.
• Active RN license in WV or compact RN license; candidates can submit with a pending license.
• Candidates with relevant experience and those who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.

Special Requirements

This unit comprises 39 beds and actively manages patients with acute myocardial infarction, unstable angina, congestive heart failure, and other cardiac disorders as well as surgical patients in recovery. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in required medication drips, including heparin, cardizem, amiodarone, dobutamine, dopamine, and nitroglycerin.

Additional Information

• Free parking is provided for all personnel.
• Staff are required to receive the flu vaccine unless a documented medical exemption is provided.
• COVID-19 vaccination is not required.